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Our top choices for Hillcrest hotels

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a house.

1. Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua
4.5 star property
Whakarewarewa, 2.2 km from Hillcrest
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,175 reviews)
"This hotel is really suitable for family!"
Australia
Wei
The price is RM382
RM439 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Rydges Rotorua
A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a pergola structure.

2. Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort
5.0 star property
Fenton Street, 1.8 km from Hillcrest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
The price is RM531
RM611 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Regal Palms Resort
A patio with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a sliding glass door leading to a bedroom.

3. Aurora City Suites Motel

Aurora City Suites Motel
2.5 star property
Victoria, 0.9 km from Hillcrest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (67 reviews)
"Well appointed room and good location. The contactless check in/out procedure was smooth and easy."
Australia
Hamish
The price is RM234
RM269 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Aurora City Suites Motel

4. Novotel Rotorua Lakeside

Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
4.5 star property
Inner City, 2.2 km from Hillcrest
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Rakesh
The price is RM387
RM445 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, and a television on a stand.

5. Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.7 km from Hillcrest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good value"
Australia
Damian
The price is RM307
RM353 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
A man and a woman in a natural rock bath with clear water.

6. Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre
4.0 star property
Fenton Park, 1.9 km from Hillcrest
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (733 reviews)
"Clean room, great views over Rotorua. Just a short stay but we enjoyed it."
Australia
Leah
The price is RM377
RM434 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the sea.

7. Pullman Rotorua

Pullman Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City, 2.3 km from Hillcrest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (549 reviews)
"Property is new, really well maintained with helpful staff. Buffet breakfast was great. Highly recommend."
United States
Lynne
The price is RM543
RM624 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Pullman Rotorua
A hotel entrance with stone pillars, a paved driveway, and a sign indicating a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

8. STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua

STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
2.0 star property
Glenholme, 1.7 km from Hillcrest
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff, easy parking"
United States
Garrett
The price is RM316
RM363 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
STAY280 & STAY284 Rotorua
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a glass shower enclosure, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

9. Thermal Oak Motel

Thermal Oak Motel
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.6 km from Hillcrest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (210 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff and very clean"
Australia
Riana
The price is RM323
RM371 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Thermal Oak Motel
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at night.

10. JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.9 km from Hillcrest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms. Extremely helpful staff. Very centrally located in Rotorua CBD"
Australia
Umang
The price is RM342
RM393 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
A spacious lobby with a high wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a marble pillar.

11. Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Millennium Hotel Rotorua
4.5 star property
2.3 km from Hillcrest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Exceptional stay - we will definitely be staying here again"
Australia
Sarah-Jayne
The price is RM408
RM469 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
A modern hotel with a prominent "QUEST" sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

12. Quest Rotorua Central

Quest Rotorua Central
4.0 star property
Inner City, 2 km from Hillcrest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,116 reviews)
"What the pictures show is completely different to what we saw and got into,old rooms,,"
Australia
Nileshni
The price is RM504
RM579 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Quest Rotorua Central
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

13. Regent of Rotorua

Regent of Rotorua
4.5 star property
Inner City, 2.3 km from Hillcrest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (939 reviews)
"I stayed at the Regent Rotorua with my two sons during a family trip. The hotel was clean with useful an amenities, including a kitchenette, two queen beds, and a sofa. Best of all was location: adjacent alleyway with a dozen restaurants and shops, dozens of downtown food and shopping options, and Lake Rotorua well within walking distance. This centrally located hotel is very convenient and family friendly."
United States
Francis
The price is RM559
RM643 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Regent of Rotorua
A modern hotel room with two beds, large windows, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

14. Wylie Court

Wylie Court
3.5 star property
Fenton Street, 1.7 km from Hillcrest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (591 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean room with all the amenities."
Australia
Mohammed
The price is RM435
RM500 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Wylie Court
A festive dinner setting with a fireplace, decorated with garlands and ornaments, and a table set with plates of food, wine glasses, and cutlery.

15. Prince's Gate Hotel

Prince's Gate Hotel
5.0 star property
Inner City, 2.5 km from Hillcrest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to town. And funky, yet awesome rooms"
Australia
Mark
The price is RM388
RM446 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Prince's Gate Hotel
A modern building with a covered outdoor seating area, large windows, and a landscaped garden.

16. ibis Rotorua

ibis Rotorua
3.5 star property
2.4 km from Hillcrest
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean and perfect for the one night we were there. Bed was amazing and staff were lovely"
Australia
amanda
The price is RM274
RM316 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
ibis Rotorua
A wooden deck with glass doors leading to a room.

17. Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua

Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
5.0 star property
1.6 km from Hillcrest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (267 reviews)
"Great holiday park stay for the family! Fun early NYE party put on by the staff for the kids!"
Canada
Megan
The price is RM392
RM450 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Tasman Holiday Parks- Rotorua
A hotel room with a bed, a glass partition, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a ceiling with skylights.

18. Capri on Fenton

Capri on Fenton
3.5 star property
Glenholme, 1.7 km from Hillcrest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (531 reviews)
"Adequate place to spend a night or two."
United States
Dorothy
The price is RM426
RM490 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Capri on Fenton
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a wall-mounted picture.

19. Bella Vista Motel Rotorua

Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
4.0 star property
Ohinemutu, 2.4 km from Hillcrest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (494 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and helpful. The room is very clean."
Australia
Mei-Chun
The price is RM287
RM330 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Bella Vista Motel Rotorua
A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a telephone, and a view of the sea through the window.

20. Sudima Lake Rotorua

Sudima Lake Rotorua
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Hillcrest
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Always a fantastic stay"
Australia
Andrew
The price is RM407
RM468 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Sudima Lake Rotorua
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Where to stay in Hillcrest

Find the best Hillcrest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A geothermal hot spring surrounded by rocky terrain and lush greenery, with a large building in the background.

Whakarewarewa

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Whakarewarewa. Make a stop by Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village or Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.

A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple smaller towers, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and benches.
Photo by Phil Ostroff
Open Photo by Phil Ostroff

Inner City

If you're spending some time in Inner City, Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua Central Mall are top sights worth seeing.

A wooden pier extending into a lake with a backdrop of green hills and a clear blue sky.

Lake Okareka

Despite its pretty views and charming, leafy walks, this picturesque lake manages to remain relatively crowd-free and peaceful.

A field of white daisies with yellow centers.
Photo by Jan Hammond
Open Photo by Jan Hammond

Owhata

When in Owhata, you can plan a visit to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A geothermal area with steam rising from the ground, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

Glenholme

Though Glenholme may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rotorua Central Mall and Rotorua Night Market.

Top Hillcrest Hotel Reviews

Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort

10/10 Excellent
"The room is big and parking is convenient . Staff is friendly and helpful"
Catherine 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Regal Palms Resort

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Hillcrest?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Rotorua's Hillcrest neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Springfield Golf Club as part of your Hillcrest travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Hillcrest, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Hillcrest.
What can I see and do in this Rotorua neighbourhood?
Springfield Golf Club is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Hillcrest. While you're out sightseeing in Rotorua, make sure that you visit other sights such as Rotorua International Stadium or Rotorua Central Mall.

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